About this vendor
Jim Gabelbauer is a destination event guitarist specializing in instrumental acoustic guitar music. His luxury aesthetic, attention to detail, and engaging performance style have made him the most highly sought after live musician in Florida.
Since 2008, he has created a sophisticated ambiance at over 800 weddings and events hosted at prestigious venues including Four Seasons, Ritz-Carlton, Ringling Museum and La Casa Toscana, and is a top choice for wedding planners and venues.
In addition to live music, packages include:
A sleek, modern sound system customized for your venue, decor and guest count (up to 300).
Top-of-the-line wireless lapel and handheld microphones for the officiant and readers.
15 years of experience as an instrumentalist, emcee, and DJ for luxury weddings, corporate events, and private parties that allows Jim to adapt to any situation or challenge that arises.
Battery power available for beach weddings.
Jim can provide wedding music for your Ceremony, Cocktail hour and Dinner, and also offer packages for welcome receptions and rehearsal dinners!
Details
Instruments
- Guitar
Music Genres
- Caribbean
- Classical
- Country
- Dance
- Disco
- Flamenco
Music Services
- Live Music
- Recorded Music
- Sound Equipment
Wedding Activities
- Rehearsals & Parties
- After Party
- Rehearsal Dinner
- Welcome Party
- Wedding
- After Party
Reviews
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out of 5.05 reviews
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I’m so happy we had Jim at our wedding. He’s was AMAZING and was such a great addition to our ceremony. He played as guests were arriving and set the perfect vibe right from the st...
art. He even mic’d up our officiant and learned “Wildest Dreams” just for our processional, which made it feel so personal and special. He absolutely killed it and we’re so glad we had him there.
Jim was very responsive and played amazing during our ceremony and cocktail hour. He also learned a new song for our precessional! Very easy to communicate with and on top of every...
thing! Highly recommend!
Jim was very easy to work with from the initial conversation, to the music selection, to the ceremony. He learned one of our favorite songs for our small beach ceremony and it was ...
just perfect!
He played on the beach for out cocktail hour and transitioned to our reception. It was all very seamless and easy for us! The ambiance of his music enhanced the evening and made it a very special experience! We loved the Spanish guitar for the cocktail hour and a mix of contemporary music for the reception/dinner. We highly recommend Jim, it is worth the investment!
Jim was extremely professional and easy to work with. Great communication throughout and he even learned a new song I requested. His music provided the perfect ambiance for our sma...
ll beach wedding and was exactly what I wanted!! I would recommend him for any event!
I can’t recommend Jim enough for anyone looking to make their wedding day unforgettable! He played guitar for our ceremony and cocktail hour, and it was absolutely perfect. The mus...
ic created such a beautiful, intimate atmosphere, and it set the tone for the whole day. Jim’s playing was flawless, and it really made our ceremony feel extra special.
Then, when it came time for the cocktail hour, he seamlessly transitioned to more upbeat music, keeping the vibe lively but still relaxed. Our guests were loving it, and it really helped set the stage for the reception.
Once the reception kicked off, Jim switched to DJing, and he absolutely crushed it. He had everyone on the dance floor all night long with an incredible mix of songs. He really knows how to read the crowd and keep the energy high, and it felt like he was completely in tune with what we wanted.
From start to finish, Jim brought the perfect balance of live music and DJing, creating a seamless and unforgettable experience. We couldn’t have asked for a better vibe, and our guests were still talking about the music long after the wedding. If you’re looking for someone who can truly elevate your big day, Jim is the way to go. Thank you, Jim, for making our wedding night amazing!
Contact
Naples based, Serving all of Florida
Jim Gabelbauer- Event Guitarist